Introduction to Chemistry Concepts
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What is the study of compounds containing carbon and hydrogen known as?

  • Biochemistry
  • Organic Chemistry (correct)
  • Inorganic Chemistry
  • Physical Chemistry

    • What is the charge of a proton?

  • Neutral
  • Positive (correct)
  • Negative
  • Variable

    • What is the approximate mass of an electron?

  • 1
  • 1/2
  • 1/1836 (correct)
  • 0

    • What is the dense center of an atom called?

    <p>Nucleus (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the atomic mass of an element determined by?

    <p>Sum of protons and neutrons (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the unique characteristic that identifies an element?

    <p>Atomic Number (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines a molecule in Chemistry?

    <p>Two or more atoms of the same element combining chemically (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a compound?

    <p>H2O (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the difference in density between liquid water and ice?

    <p>The hydrogen bonds between water molecules are the same strength in ice and liquid water, but the arrangement of the molecules is different. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a property of water due to its polarity?

    <p>Viscosity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is water a good solvent for many biological molecules?

    <p>Water molecules are polar, allowing them to dissolve polar molecules. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of radioactive tracers in medical imaging?

    <p>To detect areas of high metabolic activity, potentially indicating disease. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Two isotopes of an element will have the same:

    <p>Number of protons. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which property of water allows it to move up the stems of tall trees?

    <p>Capillary action (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of hydrogen bonds in water's properties?

    <p>They create a strong attraction between water molecules, influencing many of its properties. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do radioactive isotopes differ from non-radioactive isotopes?

    <p>Radioactive isotopes have an unstable nucleus, while non-radioactive isotopes have a stable nucleus. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason why water is considered a universal solvent?

    <p>It is a polar molecule. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the phospholipid bilayer in cell membranes?

    <p>To create a barrier that regulates the movement of substances into and out of the cell. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of phospholipids?

    <p>They are primarily composed of carbohydrates. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe proteins that are permanently embedded within the cell membrane?

    <p>Integral proteins (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the fluidity of a cell membrane relate to its function?

    <p>A fluid membrane allows for greater flexibility and movement. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these factors can influence membrane fluidity?

    <p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term "amphipathic" mean in relation to phospholipids?

    <p>They have a hydrophilic head and a hydrophobic tail. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of integral proteins in the cell membrane?

    <p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of molecule can be found on the surface of cells and serve as marker molecules?

    <p>Glycoprotein (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of these is NOT a characteristic of simple diffusion?

    <p>Requires energy expenditure (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of peripheral proteins?

    <p>Temporarily attaching to the cell or mitochondrial membrane (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is the correct order of transport mechanisms, from simplest to most complex?

    <p>Simple diffusion, Osmosis, Facilitated diffusion (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does temperature affect diffusion rate?

    <p>Higher temperature increases diffusion rate (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of carbohydrates in cell membranes?

    <p>Cell recognition and communication (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is NOT a function of glycolipids in cell membranes?

    <p>Energy storage (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary type of transport mechanism used for the movement of oxygen from the alveoli in the lungs into the bloodstream?

    <p>Simple diffusion (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main force that drives the movement of oxygen from the alveoli to the blood?

    <p>Diffusion (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of solution is described as having a higher concentration of solutes than a cell?

    <p>Hypertonic (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process in which water molecules move across a semi-permeable membrane from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration?

    <p>Osmosis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors can directly influence the rate of facilitated diffusion? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Presence of carrier proteins (A), Temperature (B), Concentration of the molecule (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of osmosis does water move into the cell?

    <p>Endosmosis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between diffusion and facilitated diffusion?

    <p>Facilitated diffusion involves carrier proteins, while diffusion does not (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a factor affecting facilitated diffusion?

    <p>The density of the cell cytoplasm (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to a cell placed in a hypotonic solution?

    <p>The cell will swell (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of transport mechanisms do NOT require expenditure of ATP?

    <p>Passive transport (B), Facilitated diffusion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between channel proteins and carrier proteins?

    <p>Channel proteins provide an open passage for specific molecules, while carrier proteins bind to molecules and change their shape to transport them. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key characteristic of active transport?

    <p>Movement of molecules across the membrane using ATP to overcome the concentration gradient. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of primary active transport?

    <p>Movement of sodium ions out of the cell and potassium ions into the cell using the sodium-potassium pump. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does secondary active transport differ from primary active transport?

    <p>Secondary active transport uses the energy from the electrochemical gradient to move other molecules against their concentration gradient. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of bulk transport?

    <p>Movement of large proteins out of the cell by exocytosis. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these statements about facilitated diffusion is correct?

    <p>Facilitated diffusion utilizes transport proteins like channel proteins and carrier proteins. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the 'conformational change' in carrier proteins?

    <p>It changes the carrier protein's affinity for the molecule to facilitate its release. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Chemical Biology and Biomolecules

    • Chemical biology is an interdisciplinary field combining chemistry and biology
    • It studies chemical processes within living systems
    • The primary focus is understanding biological systems at the molecular level
    • Applications are found in drug discovery, biotechnology, and medicine

    Biochemistry

    • Biochemistry is the study of structure, composition and chemical reactions in living things
    • Living organisms, or biotic factors, depend on chemistry for survival, demonstrating the close relationship between biology and chemistry

    Fundamental Biomolecules

    • Four major classes of biomolecules are proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids
    • Each class fulfills unique biological functions
    • They are all essential for life processes

    Organic Chemistry

    • Organic chemistry is the study of carbon and hydrogen compounds (hydrocarbons) and their derivatives

    Atomic Structure

    • Atoms are composed of subatomic particles: protons, neutrons, and electrons
    • Protons have a positive charge and are part of the nucleus.
    • Neutrons have no charge and are part of the nucleus.
    • Electrons have a negative charge and orbit the nucleus.
    • Atomic mass is the sum of protons and neutrons
    • Electrons do not contribute mass
    • Atomic number is the number of protons
    • The number of protons in an atom determines the number of electrons in the atom

    Molecules and Compounds

    • A molecule is formed when two or more atoms chemically combine
    • A compound forms when two or more atoms of different elements chemically combine indefined proportions
    • Molecular formulas show the elements present in a molecule and their respective quantities

    Isotopes

    • Isotopes are atoms of the same element with the same number of protons but a different number of neutrons
    • Isotopes have the same atomic number but different atomic weights
    • Examples of oxygen isotopes are O16, O17, and O18
    • Unstable isotopes are radioactive and emit energy, used in medicine and research

    Radioactive Tracers

    • PET scans utilize radioactive isotopes to detect locations of high chemical activity in the body
    • Bright yellow spots on a PET scan indicated heightened metabolic activity, a sign of possible cancerous tissue.
    • The radioactive tracer is often a glucose molecule

    Water: The Solvent for Biochemical Reactions

    • Properties of Water:
    • Hydrogen Bonds: Positive charges on one water molecule and negative charges on an adjacent water molecule attract each other, forming hydrogen bonds. These bonds cause water to exhibit characteristic traits.
    • Cohesion: Water molecules stick together due to hydrogen bonds. Cohesion helps water flow from roots to leaves in plants.
    • Adhesion: Water sticks to other polar surfaces. Adhesion is vital for capillary action.
    • Surface Tension: Hydrogen bonds create strong surface tension, allowing some insects to walk on water.
    • Density: Water is denser than ice, allowing ice to float and act as insulation in water bodies.
    • Solubility (Universal Solvent): Water is a universal solvent due to its polarity. The polar nature of water enables it to dissolve many substances. Substances dissolved in water form solutions. The substance being dissolved is called a solute, while a substance that dissolves another is called a solvent.

    Membrane and Membrane Transport

    • Cell membranes are fluid mosaics of lipids and proteins
    • Phospholipids are the most abundant lipids in cell membranes
    • Phospholipids are amphipathic; they have both a hydrophilic ("water-loving") region and a hydrophobic ("water-dreading") region
    • The cell membrane's structure is described by the fluid mosaic model
    • Membrane proteins:
      • Some membrane proteins are integral and permanently embedded in the membrane. Other proteins exist as peripheral proteins, which are found temporarily attached to the membrane's surface or to other integral proteins.
      • Integral proteins can span the membrane (transmembrane proteins).
      • They also may be lipid-anchored or monotopic
      • Peripheral proteins are often involved in intercellular joining, attachment to cytoskeleton and ECM, and are sometimes involved in signal transduction and transport
    • Membrane proteins play significant roles in diverse cellular functions: signaling, transport (active and passive), enzymatic activity, cell-cell recognition and intercellular joining.
    • Carbohydrates found on the exterior of cell membranes, either attached to proteins (glycoproteins) or lipids (glycolipids).
      • Carbohydrates provide sites for cell recognition, enabling cells to identify and interact with each other.

    Transport Mechanisms

    • Passive Transport: Does not require energy, relies on the concentration gradient. Types include: diffusion, osmosis, and facilitated diffusion (assisted by a carrier protein)
    • Active Transport: Requires energy (ATP) to move molecules against the concentration gradient. Types include: primary active transport (e.g., sodium-potassium pump) and secondary active transport.
    • Bulk Transport: Requires energy. Types include endocytosis (materials entering the cell), exocytosis (materials exiting the cell), pinocytosis (absorbing dissolved substances), and phagocytosis (absorbing whole particles or cells).

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